Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of the Revolutions of Russia, to the Accession of Catharine I"" is a book written by Henry Card and published in 1804. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social upheavals that took place in Russia from the early 16th century until the accession of Catharine I in 1725. Card begins by discussing the reign of Ivan the Terrible and the subsequent Time of Troubles, a period of political instability that lasted from 1598 to 1613. He then goes on to describe the rise of the Romanov dynasty and the reigns of Peter the Great and his successors.The book also covers the various rebellions and uprisings that occurred during this period, including the Pugachev Rebellion of 1773-1775. Card provides a detailed analysis of the causes and consequences of these events, as well as their impact on Russian society and politics.Overall, ""The History of the Revolutions of Russia, to the Accession of Catharine I"" is a comprehensive and informative account of a pivotal period in Russian history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Russia or the evolution of political and social systems.Including A Concise Review Of The Manners And Customs Of The Sixteenth And Seventeenth Centuries. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.